When residents of Glenham call 911 in an emergency, they rely on the Glenham Fire Department, a 100% volunteer agency, to respond to and provide assistance to anyone in need. Currently, two members of the department and their family, including their extended family, are facing a difficult situation and are in need of support from the community.

Mark Matthews Sr., the department’s Recording Secretary and an active firefighter, and his son, Captain Mark Matthews Jr., are dealing with a potential tragedy as they prepare to say goodbye to their son and brother, Casey. Casey has profound autism and his current situation arose due to the negligence and abuse by an individual(s) who worked at a facility intended to keep Casey safe. Unfortunately, Casey’s condition has continued to worsen.

Besides responding to our communities calls for help, the Matthews have contributed significantly to organizing numerous events enjoyed by the Glenham community over the years. The department asks residents to keep their family and loved ones in their thoughts during this challenging time. More information is available at the link below.

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